Gampanan (en. Role)

/ɡam.pa.nan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A role or task performed by a person in a situation.
The teacher's role is important in shaping the minds of the students.
Ang gampanan ng guro ay mahalaga sa paghubog ng kaisipan ng mga estudyante.
A responsibility that must be undertaken by an individual or group.
Parents have a role to care for their children.
Ang mga magulang ay may gampanan na alagaan ang kanilang mga anak.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'gampa' meaning to perform or undertake a role.

Common Phrases and Expressions

play the role
perform or execute the required duty or responsibility in a situation.
gampanan ang papel

Related Words

character role
The role of a person in a story or play.
gampanan ng karakter
fulfill a role
The process of carrying out a specific responsibility.
gampanan ang tungkulin

Slang Meanings

just go for it!
Come on, just go for it and show what you’re capable of.
Sige na, gampanan mo na 'yan at ipakita mo kung anong kaya mo.
play the role
He really needs to play that role no matter who the opponent is.
Kailangan talaga niya i-gampanan 'yung role na 'yan kahit sino pa ang kalaban.
play your part in life
Play your part in life, don’t just sit around.
Gampanan mo yung parte mo sa buhay, huwag lang basta umupo.